Near Boxer's Trail
Showing the descent from the northern terminus down beside the creek in February 2021.

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Boxer's Trail

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Short, beautiful trail with rich historical ties to Philadelphia's boxing legends, including Smokin' Joe Frazier.
2
mi
Distance
68
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsHistoricalRiver/CreekSpringViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.02mi
Distance
68ft
Elevation Gain
168ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
135ft
High Point
35ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is the dirt trail portion of the famous Boxer's Trail, which also has a street section. There's usually a lot of free parking along Edgley Drive at the northern terminus of the trail. Starting there, the trail takes you down a hill, along a creek, and then up a ridgeline through the forest, with Kelly Drive down to your right and, to your left, a few side trails that lead to historic buildings, like the Ormiston Mansion. The southern terminus comes up fast and steep as you descend to Fountain Green Drive. Hike back to the northern terminus on the trail or, if you prefer not to hike back the way you came, take the roads by hiking first along Fountain Green Drive and then along Reservoir Drive until you see Edgley Drive to your left. While you hike, think about all of the Philadelphia boxing legends that have done the same path, preparing for a fight.

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